Shankhachil (2016): cast, story & where to watch
2016 · Film
Released in 2016, Shankhachil is a notable film directed by Goutam Ghose, running about 135 minutes.
What it’s about. Free as a bird. To wander. To nestle. To take flight. We are not. As India gained its much awaited independence in 1947, a race faced another struggle. Bengal was divided and hundreds of thousands of Bengalis were displaced and divided on the basis of their religion. The Hindus were forced out as East Bengal was made a part of Pakistan and the same fate lay in store for the Muslims of West Bengal. Millions became refugees in their own homeland, and thousands still bear the cross and the scar. The film is a human saga of a truncated land and how people are trying to relive their destiny.
Who’s in it. Shankhachil stars Shajbati as Rupsha, Kusum Sikder as Laila, Prosenjit Chatterjee as Muntasir Chowdhury Badal and Shahed Ali, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Shankhachil page.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Shankhachil (2016)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Shankhachil change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Shankhachil?
- Shankhachil stars Shajbati, Kusum Sikder, Prosenjit Chatterjee, Shahed Ali and Usashi Chakraborty.
- When was Shankhachil released?
- Shankhachil was released in 2016, with a runtime of about 135 minutes.